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Mathematical Ecology (MATH0030)

Key information

Faculty
Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Teaching department
Mathematics
Credit value
15
Restrictions
This module is normally taken by third year students on single or combined honours degrees or students on the MSc in Mathematical Modelling. It assume a background in probability, mathematical methods and linear algebra, as covered in MATH0010.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

Mathematical models are used extensively in many areas of the Biological Sciences. This course aims to give a sample of the construction and mathematical analysis of such models in Population Ecology. The fundamental question to be addressed is: what natural (or human) factors control the abundance and distribution of the various populations of animals and plants that we see in Nature? No special knowledge of Ecology is required or assumed. However, an interest in, and willingness to learn about, concepts and problems in this area are essential. Mathematical techniques used include calculus, mathematical methods and linear algebra, and those developed include the important qualitative technique of phase plane analysis which the course uses extensively. The course is independent of MATH0082 (previously MATHM505).

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 6)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
90% Exam
10% Coursework
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
121
Module leader
Professor Karen Page
Who to contact for more information
math.ugteaching@ucl.ac.uk

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study
In person
Methods of assessment
90% Exam
10% Coursework
Mark scheme
Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year
2
Module leader
Dr John Donohue
Who to contact for more information
math.ugteaching@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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